Taco Rice Or Takoraisu, Tex-Mex Japanese Fusion

Name: Taco Rice Or Takoraisu, Tex-Mex Japanese Fusion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef (I use 80% lean); 2 medium onions, chopped; 6 medium garlic cloves, diced or crushed; 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil; 6 tbsp soy sauce, preferably reduced sodium; 1 tsp table salt; 2 tsp sweet smoked paprika (some recipes ask for cumin but i don't like it); 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1-2 tsp Sriracha sauce or chili powder; 4 cups shredded lettuce (I prefer a mix of arugula and spinach); 2 cups tomatoes, chopped (I prefer cherry tomatoes); 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (optional); 2-4 cups shredded cheese like mozarella or cheddar (or, like me, a combination of shredded cheese and crumbled queso fresco); 2 cups salsa (I use storebought, i.e., Pace The Original Piquante Sauce Mild); 1 cup sour cream; Cooked white rice (i prepare 3 cups uncooked rice); Optional - Slices of avocado and lime wedges; Optional - Tortilla chips

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground beef (I use 80% lean)
2 medium onions, chopped
6 medium garlic cloves, diced or crushed
2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil
6 tbsp soy sauce, preferably reduced sodium
1 tsp table salt
2 tsp sweet smoked paprika (some recipes ask for cumin but i don't like it)
1 tsp ground black pepper
1-2 tsp Sriracha sauce or chili powder
4 cups shredded lettuce (I prefer a mix of arugula and spinach)
2 cups tomatoes, chopped (I prefer cherry tomatoes)
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
2-4 cups shredded cheese like mozarella or cheddar (or, like me, a combination of shredded cheese and crumbled queso fresco)
2 cups salsa (I use storebought, i.e., Pace The Original Piquante Sauce Mild)
1 cup sour cream
Cooked white rice (i prepare 3 cups uncooked rice)
Optional - Slices of avocado and lime wedges
Optional - Tortilla chips

1
Heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onions and saute until onions are soft, then add the garlic and stir for 30 to 60 seconds. Add the beef and break it into small chunks if necessary. Once cooked and brown, add the soy sauce, salt, paprika, ground pepper, and sriracha sauce or chili powder. Let it simmer till liquid is reduced. I like to transfer beef to another plate and drain/remove some of the fat (particularly if you use 80% lean like me).
2
Spread 1 1/2 to 2 cups rice on each plate/bowl. Top with seasoned beef (maybe 1/3 to 1/2 cup), then the greens (maybe 1/2 cup), tomatoes (maybe 1/4 cup), salsa (maybe 1/4 cup), cheese (maybe 1/4 cup), and a dollop of sour cream (maybe 1-2 tbsp).
3
If desired, top with with some cilantro, and place a few tortilla chips next to the rice. You can also serve sliced avocados and lime wedges on a separate plate.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground beef (I use 80% lean), 2 medium onions, chopped, 6 medium garlic cloves, diced or crushed, 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil, and more.

Yes, Taco Rice Or Takoraisu, Tex-Mex Japanese Fusion falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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